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Senator Jennings advocates on behalf of Development Disabilities Administration

Posted on February 14, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Senator J.B. Jennings addressed a packed room of family members and advocates at a breakfast in Annapolis, marking Maryland Developmental Disabilities Day. Speaking to hundreds of attendees from across the state, he emphasized the critical need to protect funding for the Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA), which provides vital services such as daily living assistance, occupational and physical therapy, adaptive […]

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Maryland Freedom Caucus launches ‘Lower Electric Bills Now’ energy platform

Posted on February 13, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—The Maryland Freedom Caucus on Thursday unveiled its new “Lower Electric Bills Now” energy platform, aimed at reversing state policies that have led to skyrocketing utility costs for Maryland families. The Caucus, joined by Rep. Andy Harris, M.D. (R-MD), called on the Maryland General Assembly and Governor Wes Moore to take immediate action to restore energy independence, eliminate unfair […]

Governor Moore announces support for Chesapeake Bay Legacy Act

Posted on February 13, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Maryland Governor Wes Moore has announced his administration’s support for the Chesapeake Bay Legacy Act, a legislative package aimed at protecting and restoring the Chesapeake Bay. The bill represents a key component of the Moore-Miller administration’s environmental priorities for the 2025 General Assembly. The legislation builds upon existing efforts to improve the Bay’s water quality by introducing comprehensive changes […]

NOW YOU KNOW: Proposal for a new library in Middle River

Posted on February 12, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

The following is an editorial piece from Delegates Ryan Nawrocki and Kathy Szeliga. As Maryland state delegates for nearly all of Middle River, we strongly support the proposal for a new Baltimore County library in our community. This project is essential for addressing the growing need for educational, cultural, and community resources. Libraries play a vital role in connecting people […]

Maryland Citizens for the Arts’ Executive Director: Gov. Moore’s budget cuts ‘unacceptable’

Posted on February 12, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The Executive Director of Maryland Citizens for the Arts is slamming Governor Wes Moore’s proposed FY 2026 budget cuts. In a recent blog post, Nicholas Cohen says Governor Moore’s proposals are “unacceptable” and could have “devastating consequences.” In Governor Moore’s initial Fiscal Year 2026 budget proposal, he recommended keeping level funding for the Maryland State Arts Council and fully […]

Baltimore County to intervene in transmission line project

Posted on February 10, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County will formally intervene in the Maryland Public Service Commission’s review of a proposed high-voltage transmission line project, County Executive Kathy Klausmeier announced Monday. The Maryland Piedmont Reliability Project would involve construction of a 145-mile-long overhead transmission line from a site near Conowingo Dam through Baltimore and Carroll counties to a substation in Pennsylvania. The Maryland Piedmont Reliability […]

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Baltimore County family inducted into Governor’s Agriculture Hall of Fame

Posted on February 10, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The Deford family of Baltimore County has been inducted into the Governor’s Agriculture Hall of Fame. The honor was bestowed upon them by Governor Wes Moore at the 55th Annual Taste of Maryland Agriculture event, held Thursday, February 6 at Maryland Live! Casino and Hotel. The Deford family represents the 56th inductee into the hall of fame. The Governor’s […]

Governor Moore names Dr. Meena Seshamani as Maryland Department of Health Secretary

Posted on February 8, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Dr. Meena Seshamani, an accomplished strategic leader with a deep understanding of health care policy and operations, has been appointed as the next Maryland Department of Health secretary. Governor Wes Moore announced the appointment this week and Dr. Seshamani is expected to begin her new role April 8, pending Maryland Senate confirmation. “Dr. Meena Seshamani is among the nation’s […]

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